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Women showing efficiency in every sector: PM
DHAKA, March 8, 2020 (BSS) – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the
country’s womenfolk have been showing their efficiency in every sector
capitalising the opportunities of her government extended to them.
“We have been creating scopes for the women in every sector as they
can move ahead. Utilizing these opportunities, the women are demonstrating their
efficiency wherever they go,” she said.
The prime minister was addressing the inaugural function of the
International Women’s Day at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium here.
She said: “The women of the country have now proved that they can.”
Mentioning that economic emancipation is of essence for women, she called
upon the country’s womenfolk to move ahead with self-confidence and dignity
to consolidate their position in the society.
In this context, the premier said, “A woman can consolidate her position in
the society as well as in the family and none will dare to neglect her if she
earns money through work.”
She, however, reminded the women that, “You will have to achieve the power
utilising your own capacity as none will do so for you.”
Turning to coronavirus, the prime minister said currently many countries
have been suffering from economic losses due to the outbreak of COVID-19.
Noting that coronavirus has appeared as a global concern, she said “We are
monitoring the matter round the clock and taking appropriate measures to
address any kind of problem in this regard.”
Calling upon all to create awareness about the coronavirus, she said “We
have enough capability to face the problem. So, there is no need to get
afraid of it.”
The prime minister simultaneously asked all to follow the directives of
health ministry regarding COVID-19.
“Don’t get panicked as the government has enough preparation to face the lethal virus,” She added.
Earlier, the premier handed over “Joyeeta Sammanana” to five women for
their outstanding contributions to their respective fields.
They are: Anwara Begum, Suporna Dey Simpu, late Momtaj Begum, Aronika
Meherin Ritu as well as founder and coordinator of CRP Valerie Ann Taylor.
The awardees received a crest, certificate and cheque of Taka 50,000 each.
The prime minister also joined a photo session with the award recipients.
She later witnessed a cultural function.
At the function, a documentary on the government’s development activities
for the women was screened.
The Ministry of Women and Children Affairs arranged the function with its
State Minister Fazilatun Nessa Indira in the chair.
Country Representative, UN (United Nations) Women, Bangladesh Shoko
Ishikawa was present in the function as the special guest, while Women and
Children Affairs Secretary Kazi Rowshan Akhter delivered the welcome address.
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